How to get a calendar body

Apparently spring is almost here, and after that ofcourse its summer!  And in anticipation of some decent fine weather it'll be time for us to reveal more of our bodies in summer outfits.

Or at least, you want to fit into those summer outfits but by the way you're looking at the moment... there's no way you're going to be seen in anything other than your t shirts and jeans!

We'd probably all like to secretly have the 'calendar body'. The rippling abs, tight curved body, toned shoulders and nice hard butt. The thing about the calendar body is that it takes at least a calendar year to get one... go figure!

Depending on where your body's at, it would take you 12 months of hard work, good eating and dedication to achieve your vision of a great body. This would also apply to those who are competing in a bodybuilding or figure show to get into contest shape.

While it might take 12 months to get the body you want, half of all people who start an exercise programme would give up within 6 months ... so most people would not be able to get the
Calendar Body they want.  However, there's still the other half of people who have the dedication to get there. So to help the determined half, I've outlined some points which would help them along the way:

Keep a Diary
Before you start, evaluate your condition. For each workout, record your training weights and
times on cardio. This will help give you direction on what's working (or not working) for you.

Start Slow and Easy
Depending on what your current fitness level is you should start with a moderate level of intensity,
rather than trying too much too soon. Gradually lengthen workouts and increase your pace.
You can't get fit in a week. It might take a month so keep working at it.

Seek Convenience
Make time slots and locations for exercising convenient, not excuses for discontinuing
your fitness program.

Find Support and seek advice
A workout partner can help keep you motivated. You can spur each other on if one's not feeling too keen. Maybe you need to enlist the services of an instructor or Personal Trainer to help you on track.

Put up pictures
Its easier to know where you're goin if you can see it. Put up pictures of the body you admire as motivation for your own body. Put pictures on your fridge, cupboard or even in your car to help you stay focused.

Mix it Up
Doing the same activities day in, day out, gets boring.
Find different programs to stay motivated and maintain or enhance fitness benefits.

Take a rest
Sometimes when we try hard to achieve our perfect body, we get too obsessed with ourselves. Listen to your body when it's aching or you just haven't got the energy to push yourself that day. It won't hurt to take a day off for your body to recover. You might actually come back stronger the next workout!